OLEAUT32.DLL, Another Win98 problem!?

Question

My mom's computer keeps reading this explorer error. It want open any program or even control panel. We looked into buying the disks to reinstall Win98 but I heard there is alot more to it than just sticking in the disk like mine(mine is Compaq Xp factory restoration). Anyways, anyone know how to fix this error? I tried downloading the file and reinstalling it but it want take it. Mom really can't afford to keep paying someone to fix it, she has already paid someone about two months ago. Thanks for any help!

Answer 1

That is a dynamic library file. A shared part of a program found in the Windows system directory, this one is used to work with database saving...something very common. It's also quite common for DLL files, particularly on Window98, to get misplaced. I googled the file:



http://www.dll-files.com/dllindex/dll-files.shtml?oleaut32



adding this file to C:\Windows\System will solve the problem...howver there may be more problems, or more libraries you need.



BTW, It is NOT any more complicated reinstalling Windows 98 then it is reinstalling Windows XP. You just need the disk. Depending on the age of the computer, (if you cannot boot off a CD) you may also need a Windows 98 Boot floopy...these come with the Window 98 CD, or can be made easily by right-clicking the Disk icon in Explorer/My Computer. Remember to FORMAT the C:\ after booting from the floppy, if you do it that way.



Windows 98 is notorious for being unstable. Back in those days I rmember I had to reformat C: and reinstall Windows 98 every couple months just to keep it running smoothly. If you can get your hands on it, Windows NT SP6, or Windows 2000 (The professional network versions of the OS) are FAR more stable than 98 or ME.

Answer 2

I had windows 98se, and it was already installed on my computer, when I bought it. If that is the case with your mom's computer, you can tap the F-10 key,when starting your computer, and that will bring up the "system recovery" program, and all you have to do, is follow the instructions on the screen. When you are finished, your computer will look just like the day you bought it. When doing this, back up all the programs that you want to save, because it will wipe them all off the hard drive. When you are finished, make sure you get the windows firewall first, then go to windows updates, and use the express mode. Then install your antivirus program (update it) Then it will be safe to fo onto the internet and get the rest of your security programs..Good Luck..I did this three times, when I had my windows 98 program, and it worked every time..

Answer 3

windows 98 is no longer supported so if you are to buy a OS then get XP then just put in cd tray and follow the prompt's your pc will do the rest. if you want the .dll file you are missing this site has them and a lot more free windows programs http://softwarepatch.com enter the dll file name in search box and it will take you there. look in the xp files and see if can get xp from there.good luck. and here for the dll patch http://dll-files.com/

Answer 4

Start->Run->SFC



this will run the system file checker, run it once. Then you can specify to restore one file from the original Windows 98 CD.

Type in the path in the source and destination fields, then click on 'Extract'

Answer 5

try coming up a homestead windows ninety 8 initiate-up disc, or opt for command on the spot. What you will possibly be able to choose right here is the fdisc characteristic. look on the thoughts you will discover and choose coach non-dos partitions. notice their names and delete all of them. homestead windows XP creates slightly area that shops some archives required to run another stuff. This area isn't sufficiently vast for Win98 to place in on, whether that is going to try. XP is NTFS (record device) Win98 is fat16 or fat32 (record device) Delete the non-dos Restart with the Windows98 installation CD and it will inform you the disc desires formatting. enable it do an entire format. sturdy success.

Answer 6

i would give you some suggestion:

1. go to these link and download the file oleaut32.dll

www.dll-files.com/dllindex/dll-files.shtml?oleaut32

and then copy that file to the system directory, it supposed at c:\windows\system and c:\windows\system32

2. try these link to fix, i'm not sure but it don't lose anything to try

http://optimize-your-pc.com/regcure/dll_errors.php?gclid=CIDt6rHi_IgCFRcqTAod0Ehj-g